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Orpheus Charming the Beasts of the Fields

Moderno

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a nude figure of a person playing a stringed musical instrument in nature. The person is surrounded by animals, including deer and birds. The scene is intricately designed on a round disk with detailed features of the tree, leaves, and the animals' fur and feathers. The sculpture appears to be made of bronze, with a rich, dark brown color and a slightly shiny surface. The size of the sculpture suggests it is a medallion or a decorative disk, emphasizing the central figure and the natural environment.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th - early 16th century
Medium
bronze//Medium brown patina
Dimensions
4416 × 4416 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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